Category: Reasons to See a Psychologist

Depression hurts. That is the tagline from commercials that aim to help the general public understand depression. So, how is it possible that someone who is depressed would be laughing and smiling? These people can’t pull themselves out of bed and yet you are telling me that they have jobs, friends, and hobbies? Isn’t that a contradiction?Read more

The reasons to see a psychologist are varied and occasionally we are under the false impression that our issue needs to be debilitating to qualify. In fact, any issue that is causing you discomfort and that you are having a difficult time solving on your own, is a valid reason to see a psychologist. This video speaks about how you will know that seeing a therapist could be helpful and aims to help everyone understand that seeking answers to problems is a normal action to take.Read more

Here is a small introduction to the field of psychology and how psychologists help people. In order to help people really understand the importance of psychologists and mental health treatments, I believe that we need to talk more openly about how psychologists help and why it is healthy to see a psychologist when struggling to solve issues occurring in your life.Read more

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Interesting links

Canadian Psychological Association
The Canadian Psychological Association (CPA) is the national association for the science, practice and education of psychology in Canada. With over 7,000 members and affiliates, CPA is Canada’s largest association for psychology.

Mind Your Mental Health
Website to promote access to psychologists through the public healthcare system with an interesting page on psychology works fact sheets